2-Hour Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise
Description
The Nitmiluk Gorge is made up of 13 separate gorges. This maze of waterways has been sculpted from the sandstone over countless millennia by the Katherine River. Experience the beauty, history and culture of the Northern Territory’s Nitmiluk National Park.
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Itinerary
Once you have boarded, your boat driver and Nitmiluk river guide will explain the ancient heritage of the landscape and its' significance to the Katherine region and the Jawoyn People. Between each gorge, there is a 500-meter walk which will require you to disembark the vessel before joining the boat in the next gorge. Those who choose not to do the walk can sit in provided shaded area. Those who choose to continue to the next gorge will have the opportunity to see ancient rock art between the first and second gorge during their walk.
Two Gorge Cruise (2-hour) Discover the cultural significance of the first 2 gorges to the traditional landowners - the Jawoyn people. Enjoy a journey of discovery through the magnificent Nitmiluk Gorge. Three Gorge Cruise (3-hour) Prepare for a truly memorable experience as you travel through time and the 3 gorges of Nitmiluk Gorge. Marvel at the sheer rock face walls as the scenery becomes more striking as you head further into the Gorge. Freshen up with a swim and light refreshments before you return back to the Nitmiluk Boat Jetty. Dawn Cruise (2-hour) The colors of the early morning awaken as you emerge into the first gorge. See the mist rising above the smooth water’s surface, hear the wildlife stirring from the night and breathe the crisp clean air. This cruise will allow you to discover the unspoiled beauty of the morning - a truly memorable start to the day and a photographer’s dream.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(731)
Great experience. Our guide was excellent. He spoke clearly and had a good sense of humour.
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re very pleased to hear you had a great experience on the Two Gorge Cruise. It’s especially nice to know your guide made the tour enjoyable with clear commentary and a good sense of humour; that balance can make such a difference when discovering the stories, landscape and significance of Nitmiluk Gorge. Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back to Jawoyn Country again in the future. Nitmiluk Tours Team
Fantasic trip , the guide was very knowledgeable and the scenery was awesome! Thank you for a wonderful experience
It’s the absolute best way to experience the gorge. We did the 2 gorge cruise and the walk between gorges was paved and easy. I recommend not missing the second gorge. We also did the short walk after the cruise. There was not much to see after the lookout and we may have started a little too late because it was very hot. Take plenty of water, sunscreen and a hat if you plan to walk.
Nice easy walk from the car park to the boat, if you do the 2 gorge cruise you have to get off 1 boat and walk about 500 mts over good and bad paths. Picture was from our helicoptor flight the day after, even more spectacular from up there.
Was well organised, friendly staff and very informative. Easy walk between gorges to swap boat. Light lunch after at Cafe was nice.
Thank you, Karen, for sharing your experience! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your Two Gorge Cruise and found the experience well organised, informative and welcoming. The walk between the gorges is a special part of the journey, giving you the chance to take in the landscape before boarding the second boat, so it’s great to know everything went smoothly. And finishing the experience with a light lunch at the Nitmiluk Café sounds like a lovely way to round off your visit! Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back to Jawoyn Country again in the future. Nitmiluk Tours Team
This was the absolute highlight of our NT trip. We did the 7am Nitmiluk Gorge tour and it was the perfect way to experience the gorge. The early morning light was beautiful, and we were lucky enough to see an amazing variety of birdlife and a freshwater croc along the way. The tour was made even more special by our phenomenal guide, who was born and bred in Katherine. His knowledge of the area, its history, culture and stories was second to none. He made the experience truly unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the NT 🌅
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your early morning Nitmiluk Gorge cruise was a highlight of your NT trip. The Gorge is particularly special in the early morning light, and it sounds like you had a fantastic experience with the birdlife and even a freshwater crocodile making an appearance! We’re especially pleased to hear your kind words about your guide and the knowledge, history, culture and stories he shared along the way. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Jawoyn Country again one day to experience even more of Nitmiluk. Nitmiluk Tours Team
This is such a wonderful opportunity to see the best Australia has to offer. Gorges, rock art, crocodiles, and millions of years of history. The indigenous tour guide was so knowledgeable and helpful in educating us about this amazing country. You will not regret doing this tour.
The cruise was wonderful looking at the amazing gorge, aboriginal art, wildlife.
Dear debbietF837DU, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time exploring Nitmiluk Gorge and enjoyed the spectacular scenery, rock art and wildlife along the way. There is certainly so much to discover throughout the Gorge, and we’re very pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. Thank you for visiting and experiencing beautiful Jawoyn Country. We hope to welcome you back to Nitmiluk again one day! Kind regards, The Nitmiluk Tours Team
The tour was well run and our guide was very informative. The walk in between the 2 gorges was not too strenuous for a 66 year old with knee replacements. The scenery is amazing
Wonderful experience with knowledgeable guides sharing fabulous information in a safe environment. However I was surprised they didn't have Indigenous guides which I feel would've enhanced the experience providing authenticity and genuine knowledge of country.
Dear Lizzie_Lou1122, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful experience and felt informed, respected and safe throughout your cruise. We also appreciate your comments regarding Indigenous guides. Nitmiluk Tours is proudly 100% Jawoyn-owned, and sharing Jawoyn Country, culture and stories respectfully and authentically is extremely important to us. While not every departure is led by a Jawoyn guide, our guides receive training and guidance to ensure the information and stories shared with our guests are appropriate and respectful of Jawoyn culture and Country. We certainly understand how having a Jawoyn guide can add another special dimension to the experience, and we appreciate you raising this with us. Thank you again for visiting Nitmiluk and for sharing your thoughtful feedback. Kind regards, The Nitmiluk Tours Team
